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Additional Resources & Information

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The Human Resources Department provides a variety of tools and guidance to help employees, applicants, and residents better understand DeKalb County’s workforce practices and policies.

This section offers convenient access to key resources, including pay classifications, equal opportunity information, workforce development programs, and frequently asked questions, designed to support transparency, promote fair and consistent practices, and assist individuals at every stage of their employment journey with DeKalb County Government.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Our Commitment

DeKalb County is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, or political affiliation.

Request Accommodations 
Contact Employee Relations Division at 404-371-2332 for:

  • Application/interview assistance
  • Pre-employment testing support
  • Job function accommodations
  • Workplace benefits access

10 days advance notice requested for special accommodations.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. Education is accepted only from institutions accredited by agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA (Council for Higher Education Accreditation). All applications, including those for promotional and transfer positions, must be completed in their entirety. Failure to give complete and detailed information, including dates of employment and salary history, will result in your application being disqualified. A resume' may be attached only as additional information and will not be accepted in lieu of completing each part of the application.

General Information: Employees typically begin their county employment at the minimum salary specified for the class. Salary increments are based on merit. Recency of experience may be a determining factor. Work Schedule: Employees may be required to regularly work on various shifts, weekends, and/or holidays as deemed necessary by the employing department.

E-Verify Information: DeKalb County Government participates in the federal E-Verify program work authorization program. DeKalb County registered with E-Verify on September 26, 2007, and our Employer Identification Number is 55412.

Physical Ability: Successful completion of a job-related physical examination by a county-examining physician is required. DeKalb County Government does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities or exclude them from participating in or receiving benefits of its services, programs, or activities based on disability. DeKalb County Government’s Employee Relations Division coordinates the county’s compliance with Part 35 of the Department of Justice regulations regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request information about access for persons with disabilities to County services, programs, and activities, or to discuss a grievance regarding an impediment to such access, please call 404-371-2332/3018. Ten days notice is requested for special accommodations.

Immigration and Nationality Act: DeKalb County Government adheres to the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. DeKalb County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DeKalb County Government prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. This policy pertains to every level of government and all counties that have implemented and/or sponsored programs and services. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, training, placement, advancement, demotion, transfer, layoff, recall, termination, and all conditions of employment.

Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Employment Policy: It is the policy of DeKalb County to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, transgender status (gender identity or expression), age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or opinion, or any other characteristic protected by law. DeKalb County prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodation: DeKalb County Government is an equal opportunity employer committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals by providing access and reasonable accommodation for the known physical or mental limitations of applicants, employees, and individuals with disabilities. In accordance with federal and state disability laws, such accommodation shall enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position sought, to satisfactorily perform the essential job functions of the position in question, and to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as enjoyed by all employees.

Reasonable accommodation shall be provided consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA), when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
 
To request a reasonable accommodation for any of the below, please contact the Employee Relations Division in the DeKalb County Department of Human Resources at 404-371-2332:

  • participating in the job application or interview process
  • completing any pre-employment testing
  • participating in any other aspect of employee selection process
  • performing essential job functions
  • receiving other benefits and privileges, terms and conditions of employment
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Retirement Benefits at a Glance

Pension Plan

  • Defined benefit plan providing monthly retirement income
  • Based on earnings and years of service
  • Available since 1948
  • Different benefit tiers by hire date

457b Plan

  • Voluntary supplemental retirement savings
  • Pre-tax and Roth contribution options
  • Immediate vesting
  • Available to all active employees

401a Plan

  • County-funded retirement benefit
  • 3% of pay contributed by county
  • Available to employees hired after 2015
  • 3-year vesting schedule

Important Announcements

New Retiree Portal Available Retirees and beneficiaries can now access benefits online, make address changes, update tax withholding, and modify direct deposit information.

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